Boxing Rumors Weigh In On San Francisco Fight Plans
Promoters flirt with a bout pitting Pat Johnson against Fred Fulton in Mexico as San Francisco boxing circles discuss feasibility. Eddie Campi and Tankie Tucker appear in a newsboys picnic setup, while police caution on ring exhibitions remains. Frank Picato returns from Australia with updates on Jimmy Clabby.
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Wilhoit Goes to New York Giants in Waiver Deal
In Chicago on July 28 the Giants shift pitcher Middleton to Louisville in exchange for outfielder Wilhoit. Wilhoit had been claimed on waivers by the Colonels, per McGraw's announcement.
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Ken Williams Delivers Homer For Portland Victory
Ken Williams, a former Spokane slugger, hit a seventh inning homer with two on to lift Portland past Los Angeles. The game report notes Williams swat came in the seventh as Portland secured the win on the road. Separately, Pat O'Connor and M. David were convicted in Judge Gordon's court and sentenced to 30 days in jail and a $190 fine.
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A Rare Advertising Opportunity Is Being Lost by Seattle
Seattle baseball fans argue for placing the city in the Pacific Coast league over the Northwestern league. Roland Cotterill, secretary of the Park Board, contends owner Dugdale can move Seattle to the Coast league soon, criticizing delays and urging action to improve financial and fan support.
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Al Palzer Boxer Shot by Father Dies in Minnesota
Al Palzer heavyweight boxer and former title contender died at a Perham hospital after being shot by his father during a family quarrel while trying to protect his mother. The incident left his mother wounded in both arms. Palzer had recently fought Fred Fulton and defeated Bombardier Wells in a New York knockout.
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Kiddie Cicotte Is Thorn to Red Sox
New York July 28 Eddie Cicotte once dropped from Boston to Chicago by waiver route is the chief thorn in the pennant ambitions of the Red Sox. Cicotte has won 17 games and lost 7.
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Benny Leonard May Face Charlie White in $20,000 Bout Offer
New York report says Benny Leonard has been offered twenty thousand dollars to meet Charlie White in a title bout. Promoter Jack Curley made the offer and Dick Curley, who staged Leonard vs Kilbane, is ready to back another bid for the match.
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Len Rowlands Fall to Barrieau in Four Round Bout
Milwaukee boxer Len Rowlands lost to Frank Barrieau in a four round match in San Francisco. Barrieau controlled the action and earned the decision with sharp punching throughout the bout.
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Former N W Leaguers Enlist in California Field Artillery
Four Oakland and San Francisco Coast league players join the new regiment of California field artillery in the South. Rod Murphy Dan Murray Tom Fitzthommons of Oakland and Del Baker of San Francisco enlist today in San Francisco.
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Herb Hunter Signs with Portland Club In Baseball Sweep
United Press Intelligencer reports Herb Hunter former Los Angeles infielder has signed with the Portland club. Hunter joins as the team awaits Pinelli or Borton to regain form before playing duties resume.
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Harry Cheek Returns as catcher for new team
Harry Cheek, former Great Falls and Vancouver catcher, will be the centerpiece for the club this season, bringing veteran catching skills and local fan interest to the lineup.
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Shipbuilders League Double Bill Opens With Amos Versus Duthie
Walter Mails leads the Amos crew against the Duthie outfit in the first melee of the Shipbuilders league double bill. In the second game D. D. and Skinner and Eddy, both star with many former Northwest leaguers, clash on the card.
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Red Sox Manager Jack Barry Denies Beanball Claims
Manager Jack Barry defends pitchers amid beanball allegations. He says he believes no pitcher aims at batters and recalls being hit 22 times last season without believing it was intentional.
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Rube Evans Drafted As Army Induction Stirs Baseball Ties
Former Spokane southpaw pitcher known as Rube Evans, now with Salt Lake in the Pacific Coast League, was selected for army service in the recent draft as teams brace for wartime changes.
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Tener With Ban Johnson
President John K. Tener of the National League pledged to support President Roosevelt and Ban Johnson in shortening the major league season if needed. Tener said the president has encouraged sports overall and has no current plan to halt games, but the leagues are ready to act if required to serve the country’s interests.
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Youth Hails as Another Heine Zimmerman
The article compares Ralph Miller of Waterloo Indiana to Heine Zimmerman noting Miller has latent hitting potential and tools similar to the great slugger but lacks Zim's temperament. It frames Miller as a bush-league prospect with Bronx hype.
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Summer Boxing Notes and Baseball Thoughts at Alki
Ray Richards reports on summer boxing at Alki as fighters rush to the colors amid a McGraw committee inquiry. Johnny Dundee hints at retirement after loss to Joe Welling. Benny Leonard looms strong against light duties while Charley Manning and Jack Barry draw town chatter.
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Baseball National League standings and scores noted
National League standings show teams New York Cincinnati Philadelphia Chicago Brooklyn Pittsburgh and St. Louis with varying records. Game notes include Cincinnati beating Philadelphia and Boston defeating Chicago while Chicago lost to New York and Brooklyn lost at Pittsburgh.
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Rivers Signs to Box Hoppe in Oakland Bout
Joe Rivers signed to meet Willie Hoppe in a four round bout in Oakland on the night of August 8. The match is set for an eight event program featuring the two veterans in the era.
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Series of Star Net Matches Are Planned
New York reporters note a planned series of tennis matches featuring Mary Browne and Molla Stedt with a trophy to be awarded to the net.
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Hesketh Beats Kurata in Harsh Playfield Match
Robert Hesketh defeated Kurata in straight sets 7-4 6-1 6-3 after a fierce rally yesterday. The clash grew aggressive as Hesketh seized momentum early and controlled the match.
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Elks Ball Team to Tangle With Olympi a
The Elks baseball squad travels to Olympia to face a strong professional style opponent Sunday. The team will be on the job as the crowd prepares to back the Elks in a tough matchup.
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